Richard Sandoval brings Kokoriko to the U.S.

The veteran restaurateur is importing the fast-casual rotisserie chicken concept from Colombia, starting with a unit in Miami

Multi-concept chef and operator Richard Sandoval is bringing the Colombia-based fast-casual Kokoriko rotisserie chicken concept to the U.S.
With his first unit scheduled to open April 25 in Miami, Sandoval said he sees the concept as a potential chain across the U.S., where demand for Latin flavors is growing.
Kokoriko is a 43-year-old brand that operates about 120 locations in Colombia, where Sandoval discovered the marinated chicken in his travels.
“It reminded me of my days ...

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